S72 9ED is a safe, established residential area on Common Road, 0.2km from Pudding Hill in Brierley. Administratively it sits within North East ward and the Barnsley East constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for S72 9ED are sourced from Output Area E00037154 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COMMON ROAD, S72 9ED House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMON ROAD, S72 9ED.
320
44
£ 32,400 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: S72 9ED falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates S72 9ED — age 44, 84% ownership, 8% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for S72 9ED. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 250,000
5 sales · Mean £ 258,600
Terraced
£ 120,000
3 sales · Mean £ 130,000
Flat
£ 50,000
1 sales · Mean £ 50,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
S72 9ED has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Brierley Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Brierley Village Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Burntwood0.7 km
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Brierley Off Licence and General Store0.4 km
- Brierley Post Office0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Huberys Fish & Chips0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Burntwood Court Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Fitzwilliam4.3 km
- Moorthorpe4.6 km
- South Elmsall5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Common Road/Park Avenue0.1 km
- Common Road/Park Avenue0.1 km
- Park Avenue0.2 km
- Park Avenue0.2 km
- Park View0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: S729ED · Data under Open Government Licence